Substation Estimator - Michels Power, Inc.

Michels Corporation; Uniontown (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training investment of $5,000 per employee annually

Comprehensive benefits program including Health, Dental, and 401(k)

Job summary

A leading power delivery contractor in the U.S. is seeking an Estimator for Substations in Uniontown, OH. The role involves evaluating bid specifications, ensuring accurate documentation for projects ranging from $500K to $10M, and collaborating with subcontractors and project management teams. Candidates should have estimating experience and excellent Microsoft Office skills, especially in Excel. Join this family-owned company committed to quality and safety, where you can grow your career by contributing to essential infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in evaluating bid specifications and drawings.
• Ability to follow-up with subcontractors and project management teams.
• Documentation skills for project requirements.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate bid specifications and drawings to ensure project success.
• Follow up with subcontractors to gather bids.
• Work with project management to close business on bids and budgets.

Skills

Estimating experience or exposure to electrical/utility industry

Solid Microsoft Office experience, advanced Excel knowledge

Valid driver license and acceptable driving record

Job description

Uniontown, OH

Strengthening our nation’s power grid isn’t easy, but reliable electrical service is essential to everyday life. Every time someone charges an iPhone, cranks up the A/C, or turns on a computer, we are busy behind the scenes making it happen.

Michels Power, Inc. is one of the largest, most sought-after power delivery contractors in the United States. We execute the entire spectrum of electrical infrastructure projects—including the construction of transmission lines and substations, the modernization of distribution systems, and the development of both Oil & Gas facilities and Renewable Energy initiatives. We also restore power after natural disasters strike.

Our substation group plays a critical role in building and maintaining the backbone of the grid throughout the United States. From greenfield builds to brownfield upgrades, our substation teams deliver high-quality solutions that support grid reliability and future-ready infrastructure.

Find out how a career at Michels Power, Inc. can change yours.

As an Estimator – Substations, your key responsibilities include evaluating bid specifications and drawings, ensuring all required information to successfully bid and win the project. Our Estimators must follow-up with subcontractors to ensure that bids are received, and work with the Project Management teams to follow-up on bids and budgets to close the business.

This role requires review of bid requirements for projects that range from approximately $500K to $10M, ensuring all aspects of the project are documented and accounted for.

• Engineering News-Record ranks us the No. 1 Electrical Transmission/Distribution contractor in the U.S.
• We are a recognized leader in substation construction and rebuilds, with a deep bench of experienced professionals.
• Our steady, strategic growth revolves around a commitment to quality.
• We are family owned and operated.
• We invest an average of $5,000 per employee in training each year.
• We perform challenging, meaningful work that improves the world.
• We believe everyone is responsible for promoting safety—regardless of title.
• We’re part of the Michels family of companies—one of North America’s largest and most diversified energy and infrastructure contractors.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits program including Health, Dental, Life, HSA/FSA, Disability, 401(k), Legal and Identity Protection Plans.

Why you?

• You like to surround yourself with dedicated, value-driven people.
• You thrive on new challenges and evolving technologies.
• You think “we’ve always done it this way” is not a good enough reason.
• You want to know your efforts are recognized and appreciated.
• You like making your own decisions—with the right support.
• You want to be part of a team that improves lives through essential infrastructure.

What it takes:

• Estimating experience or exposure to the electrical/utility industry
• Must possess a valid driver license for the type(s) of vehicles which may be driven and an acceptable driving record
• Solid Microsoft Office experience, with advanced knowledge of Excel
• Occasional travel for bid reviews and site visits

Join a company that powers progress. Be a part of Michels Power, Inc.—where you don’t just build projects, you build a career.

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